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A breathless mix of Mayan ruins, lush rainforest and incredible natural diversity, Belize offers visitors a genuinely untouched Caribbean hideaway, with some of the best dive locations in Central America.

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Belize Tours

"Formerly known as British Honduras, Belize is a welcoming country with some fantastic wildlife experiences, relaxing islands to top up the suntan and some interesting Mayan treasures. The world famous diving Blue Hole is not to be missed for some spectacular diving. Belize can easily combine with both Mexico and Guatemala but equally has enough to offer if you want to have a more relaxing holiday and would like to concentrate on a smaller area. Elsewhere in Belize the interesting Afro-Belizean community in coastal Dangriga are worth a visit. The Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary is a renowned jaguar reserve."

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Things to do and see

Ambergris Caye

Ambergris Caye

Ambergris Caye is the largest of the Belize Cayes, 25 miles long and running parallel to Belize’s magnificent barrier reef. The only town is San Pedro, which started as a fishing town named after Saint Peter, but is now a bustling tourist centre. From here guests can enjoy a variety of snorkelling and diving trips in the stunning clear blue waters or the second largest coral reef on earth. Other water sports available include sailing, fishing and windsurfing or alternatively, simply relax on the white sands and enjoy the beautiful blue waters.....

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Chaa Creek

Chaa Creek

Our private 365 acre nature reserve set along the banks of the Macal River in the foothills of the Maya Mountains is home to a number of exotic jungle. We realise that any rewarding adventure is enhanced by comfortable accommodations and excellent food. Our 23 palm thatched cottage rooms ensure a good night’s sleep and delightful mornings accompanied by the sing song of a rainforest waking up, and guests can choose a Complete Garden Suite, an Orchard and Spa Villa, Macal Cottage or Tree Top Suite, all equipped with a Jacuzzi for even extra comfort. We are proud to have one of the best restaurants in Belize, and our hilltop spa and airy jungle bar ensure complete relaxation after a day filled with discovery and adventure.....

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Chan Chich Resort

Chan Chich Resort

Located on a 130,000 acre private nature reserve in northwestern Belize at the heart of "La Selva Maya", this is a unique destination for serious eco-tourists and novices alike. Carefully situated in the plaza of an ancient Maya city and surrounded by pristine forest, the lodge consists of 12 individual thatched-roof cabanas and one beautifully appointed 2-bedroom Villa. With a screened-in pool and jacuzzi, fully stocked bar and excellent cuisine, your every desire will be fulfilled by the exceptional facilities and outstanding service we provide.....

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Lamanai Outpost Lodge

Lamanai Outpost Lodge

Lamanai Outpost Lodge is situated on the banks of a 28 mile long spring fed lagoon amid the remnants of a major Maya city. It is surrounded by an incredible variety of habitats that facilitate unsurpassed nature-based and soft-adventure activities that depart right from your cabaña’s doorstep without the need for day-trips. Be it by keeping its number of cabanas below 20 or by limiting the number of guests on a tour to between 6 and 10 participants, Lamanai Outpost Lodge is totally focused upon the quality of your jungle experience.....

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Mata Chica

Mata Chica

Located within a stone’s throw of Belize’s Great Barrier Reef, Matachica is located 5 miles north of the town of San Pedro on Ambergris Caye, surrounded by beautiful tropics and incredible marine wildlife. All of our accommodations are set in individual, private, air-conditioned villas featuring full bath and daily maid service. Each villa is unique, with the interiors designed in an eclectic Central American style with furnishings collected from around the world. Comfortably bohemian and decidedly distinctive, our spacious bedrooms will provide you with personal privacy while the beds are made up in soft cottons and luxurious linens.....

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Mayan Sites

Mayan Sites

While surrounded by the more famous Mayan sites in other countries such as Tikal and Chichén Itza, Belize nonetheless offers several fascinating archaeological sites. Journey up the river to Lamanai, stretched out along the shores of the New River Lagoon, or travel towards the Guatemalan border to Xunantunich, where you must see the fine astronomical carved frieze on the main palace building.....

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Victoria House

Victoria House

With only forty-two accommodations, Victoria House is small and exclusive and has retained the casual ambiance and outstanding staff that make it a true Belizean experience. All of the Casitas, Plantation Rooms and Suites and private Villas are located in lush tropical gardens with tall swaying palm trees and sweeping views of the reef and white sand beach. Some accommodations such as the beachfront villas and Rainforest Suite are just steps from the azure Caribbean, while the Plantation rooms and Casitas are set slightly further back from the beach but still offer beach views.....

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Wildlife & Jungles

Wildlife & Jungles

The rainforest areas of Belize and its neighbours are home to a huge variety of flora, reptiles and around 500 species of birds. Large mammals such as tapirs, peccaries, puma and even jaguars still roam these emerald forests; the patient visitor may be rewarded with a glimpse of these magnificent animals.....

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Places to stay

Chaa Creek Cottages

Chaa Creek Cottages

Chaa Creek Cottages are set in lush tropical gardens, along the banks of the Macal River in the foothills of the Maya mountains of Western Belize. The delightful thatched roof cottages including en-suite bathrooms provide both comfort and a true wilderness experience. Please note that there are no TV s or AC and each of the cottages have a ceiling fan. The restaurant offers a mixture of Caribbean, Mexican and Belizan cuisine. There is a range of activities to do at Chaa Creek including, a guided tour of the butterfly farm, bird watching with a naturalist guide, self-guided canoeing, guided tour of the Rainforest Medicine trail. Horse back riding is also available for an additional cost. ....

Hidden Valley Inn

Hidden Valley Inn

Hidden Valley Inn, a luxury-eco hotel with only 12 cottages, is located on a 7200 acre private reserve in the Mountain Pine Ridge area of Belize. This intimate eco resort offers quality accommodation, fine food and attentive service in a natural environment unspoiled by man. The cosy cottages with ceiling fans and screened windows all feature en suite bathrooms providing plentiful hot water. Brick fireplaces, handcrafted mahogany furnishings and elegant décor in earth tones reflect the warm intimacy of the Inn.....

Lamanai Outpost Lodge

Lamanai Outpost Lodge

Lamanai Outpost Lodge is located on the edge of the 28 mile long New River freshwater Lagoon amid the remnants of a major Maya City. There are 18 cabanas, which are rustic yet comfortable. Each cabana has a palm-thatched roof, en-suite bathroom, a ceiling fan and a verandah overlooking the tropical gardens and the lagoon. This is a perfect location for bird watching, home to over 300 species. Other activities include a spot light river safari, fishing, crocodile encounters, star light canoeing, night walks and a sunset cocktail cruise. Please note that there are no televisions.....

Mata Chica

Mata Chica

Mata Chica is an exclusive resort located 5 miles north of the town of San Pedro on Ambergris Caye. The resort has just 15 private, air-conditioned villas, individually designed in an eclectic Central American style with daily maid service. The award winning Mambo restaurant, known as one of the best in the country, serves contemporary cuisine with a focus on seafood and homemade pastas and breads. There is a beachfront bar lounge and also a ‘Cinema-Martini Lounge’ offering free internet access and a large plasma television screening an extensive selection of classic films. Leisure facilities include a wide variety of water sports and land tours (some payable locally), while the Jade Spa offers a wide range of treatments.....

Radisson Hotel

Radisson Hotel

The Radisson Hotel is located in the historic Fort George area of Belize City and overlooks the Caribbean Ocean. This colonial style hotel has 102 well appointed rooms, each with an ensuite bathroom, air conditioning, TV, telephone and minibar. The hotel facilities include 2 out door swimming pools, 2 restaurants, a coffee shop and bar, a gift shop and a fitness room. ....

The Victoria House Hotel

The Victoria House Hotel

The Victoria House Hotel is located on Ambergris Caye, just 3 kilometres south of the town of San Pedro. Surrounded by ten acres of tropical flowers and fauna are the Plantation Rooms, which are all fully air-conditioned. The hotel has a lovely beachfront swimming pool. On the hotel's pier is the Fantasea Dive Centre where you can arrange your optional reef and fly-fishing guides and incredible Belize diving and snorkelling experiences. Dining at Victoria House is a casual experience with a unique mix of island seafood and continental cuisine. At the air-conditioned candle-lit Palmilla Restaurant, you can enjoy a full a la carte menu. If you want to dine outside, choose the Patio adjacent to the restaurant overlooking the pool and beach, or for more casual dining, eat at Admiral Nelson's beach bar and veranda which offers breakfast, lunch and dinner with magnificent views of one of the world's greatest barrier reefs.....

Turtle Inn

Turtle Inn

Turtle Inn is located on the shore of the longest coral reef in the western hemisphere. A perfect place to simply relax, or to visit some of the surrounding attractions such as the Mayflower waterfalls and Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary. Each of the cottages have a private screened porch, a queen size bed, a spacious bathroom with a Japanese bath and private garden with a outdoor shower. Turtle Inn has a gift shop, a restaurant which serves Italian cuisine, fresh sea food and local specials, there is also a bar, dive shop and a luxurious spa.....

Staff Favourites

One of the best experiences in my life was a snorkelling trip which I arranged from Caye Caulker I swam amongst friendly nurse sharks (you can stroke them!) and graceful stingrays. Even though I had seen the pictures before I couldn’t believe it until I had patted the sharks and stingrays myself. Whilst this fantastic experience is possible in Belize please check before repeating elsewhere in the world! - Steve Lidgey

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